What is the name and location of the Park Fire?

As of August 2, 2024, the Park Fire is burning in Upper Bidwell Park, east of Chico, in Butte, Plumas, Shasta, and Tehama Counties, Northern California (1)(2)(3). The fire's proximity to Chico, a city less than 15 miles west of Paradise, is a threat to populated areas and prompted evacuations.

It is the fourth largest fire in California history at 3897,629 acres. 

Which cities or areas are affected by the Park Fire?

The Park Fire is impacting regions within Butte and Tehama counties, California.

Several neighborhoods in and around Chico are under threat. The fire has prompted evacuation orders for over 1,500 structures, reflecting its widespread impact on local communities.

There is poor air quality from this fire and from other fires in Oregon and Canada impacting California and Nevada’s communities, including:

• Fresno
• Reno, Nevada
• Richmond
• Sacramento
• San Francisco
• Yuba City

What is the current containment status of the Park Fire?

As of August 2, the Park Fire is 24% contained (4) (5). Firefighters are concentrating on evacuations, structure defense, and creating direct containment lines.

By August 2, the fire spanned four counties and had reached 397,629 acres - the fourth largest fire in California history.

Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?

Evacuation orders have been in effect for numerous zones in Butte and Tehama counties, affecting a significant number of residents and structures.

An evacuation center has been established at the Neighborhood Church in Chico to assist displaced individuals. Additionally, animal shelters have been set up in Oroville for both small and large animals. Road closures are also in place, including Cohasset Road at Rock Creek and Upper Park Road at Wildwood, to facilitate firefighting efforts and ensure public safety.

How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?

Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke.

• Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts.
• Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
• Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke.
• Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
• Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.